The skirts of a wood, with a girl and a dog

The skirts of a wood, with a girl and a dog

Josiah Parlby

1873

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a quiet wooded scene with soft greens and blues. A woman in a red dress sits on the ground near a tree, holding a small dog. The trees have thick, leafy branches, and the sky above is light with a few clouds. The artist used watercolor to keep the colors gentle and natural. The painting feels calm, like a peaceful moment caught outdoors. Look up Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.

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